Welcome to Essential
Dental Christchurch
Your Trusted and Personalised Family Dentist
Affordable, honest family dentistry starts with taking the time to get to
know each person before they become a patient. As a comprehensive
dental practice, we provide everything from routine cleans, family
dentistry to dental implants, IV sedation, and emergency care. Our gentle
and caring team provides personalised and comfortable dental care with
convenient appointments to 7pm weekdays and every Saturday to 4pm.
Level 1, 91 Riccarton
Road, Christchurch
Open Mon–Thu 8AM–7PM
Fri–Sat 8AM–4PM
Trusted by
Christchurch families
Your Trusted Family
Dentist in Christchurch
Finding a dental team you trust makes all
the difference.
At Essential Dental, we provide modern, personalised dental care for children, teenagers, adults, and seniors. Our focus is simple: helping every patient enjoy a healthy smile through quality dentistry, clear communication, and a caring approach.
Whether you're visiting for a routine dental clean, cosmetic treatment, emergency care, or a more advanced procedure, you'll receive the same commitment to comfort, honesty, and exceptional care.
Why Patients Love Coming Here
$149 regular dental
hygiene cleans.
Get whiter, brighter,
healthier teeth for less.
Maintenance dental
cleans done within 55
minutes.
Open 7 PM Weekdays
and 4 PM Saturdays
Convenient appointments
Monday to Saturday,
including late weekday
hours.
Same-Day Emergency
Treatment
Fast access to care when
you need it most.
FREE Dental Care for Teenagers
From School Year 9 until their 18th birthday.*
Eligible teenagers may
receive dental examinations
and basic dental treatments
at no cost.
Afterpay Available
Flexible payment
options to help make
dental care more
manageable.
Dental Services For Every Stage of Life
Comprehensive dental care designed to support healthy smiles at every age
General Dentistry
Dental Cleans
Dental Crowns
Dental Fillings
Experience The Essential
Dental Difference
We combine advanced dentistry with a genuinely caring approach.
Convenient appointments, Welcome to 7pm Weekdays and 4pm Friday and Saturday- Personalised affordable dental care for the whole family.
- Modern technology that supports accurate diagnosis and treatment
- Experienced clinicians focused on long-term oral health
- Personalised treatment plans tailored to your needs and goals
- Clear explanations and transparent recommendations
IV Sedation for
Comfortable
Dental Care
Your comfort matters at every stage of treatment.
Our team takes the time to understand your concerns, explain your options, and help you feel confident about your care. For patients seeking additional comfort during treatment, we offer IV Sedation and Target Controlled Infusion sedation options delivered by experienced professionals.
LEARN ABOUT IV SEDATIONMeet our Team
Dentist in Riccarton, Christchurch
Meet our dedicated dental team committed to helping every patient smile with confidence.
What Our Patients Say
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. We welcome new patients of all ages and look forward to helping you achieve a healthy smile.
Yes. Same-day emergency dental care appointments are available at most times.
Yes. We offer IV Sedation for suitable patients seeking additional comfort during treatment.
Yes. We provide implant dentistry solutions designed to restore both function and confidence.
Yes. Afterpay is available for eligible treatments.
Eligible teenagers from School Year 9 until their 18th birthday may receive funded dental care.
Visit Our
Riccarton Clinic
Essential Dental
Christchurch 8011
Conveniently located in Riccarton with
easy access from across Christchurch.
